UK Insurance And Data Privacy Legal Counsel

SOMPO; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global provider of insurance and reinsurance is seeking a Legal Counsel to support its UK and European operations. This role involves advising on a variety of legal matters, including insurance contracts, data protection, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with a strong background in insurance law, capable of drafting and negotiating contracts while providing crucial legal advice to internal stakeholders. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace dedicated to fostering talent and driving excellence in risk management.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Retirement & Savings Plans

Global Parental Leave & Adoption Support

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with expertise in insurance law and compliance.
• Experience in handling data protection and privacy assessments.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal and regulatory topics in insurance and financial services.
• Draft and negotiate various contracts including data transfer agreements.
• Conduct legal research to ensure compliance across jurisdictions.

Skills

Insurance Law

Compliance

Data Protection (GDPR)

Contract Negotiation

Legal Research

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England and Wales)

Job description

The Sompo Legal Department seeks a Legal Counsel to support the General Counsel, UK & Europe, and the broader UK and European legal team in insurance contract, distribution, regulatory questions, data privacy, and data protection matters.

The Legal Counsel will support a wide range of European insurance, reinsurance, contractual, and regulatory matters impacting Sompo’s European operations.

Responsibilities

• Advise business colleagues, underwriters, and legal and compliance teams on legal and regulatory topics.
• Stay updated on emerging laws and regulations in insurance and financial services.
• Draft and negotiate contracts such as distribution agreements, broker agreements, data transfer agreements, and vendor contracts.
• Provide legal advice on data protection and support the Global Data Protection Officer.
• Assist in developing a data protection advisory framework.
• Support insurance, reinsurance, and corporate legal matters as needed.
• Conduct legal and regulatory research to ensure compliance across jurisdictions.
• Advise internal stakeholders including underwriting, claims, finance, and operations.
• Prepare materials for management and board meetings.
• Draft and revise corporate policies and conduct training initiatives.
• Monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments across jurisdictions.
• Communicate with data protection agencies as necessary.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Qualified solicitor (England and Wales) with a background in insurance law and compliance.
• Post-qualification experience ideally in an insurance company, broker, or law firm.
• Proven support experience in the insurance sector, in-house or at a law firm.
• Deep knowledge of insurance contracts, regulation, and UK/EU data protection laws including GDPR.
• Experience handling data breaches, investigations, and privacy assessments.
• Up-to-date with privacy developments and EU insurance directives such as IDD, DORA, Solvency II.
• Strong understanding of business needs and legal risk management.
• Ability to draft and negotiate various commercial and insurance contracts.
• Excellent communication skills for advising senior management and teams.
• Experience in delivering training on data protection and legal matters.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical, solution-focused mindset.
• Interpersonal skills, professionalism, and discretion.

Our Benefits

We regularly update our benefits to meet employee needs, including:

• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Retirement & Savings Plans
• Global Parental Leave & Adoption Support

Our Values

We aim to create value for clients and shareholders while fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace that rejects racism, bigotry, and prejudice.

About Us

Sompo is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance, committed to simplifying risk management through expertise and innovation, with over 9,000 employees worldwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity.

Learn more at www.sompo-intl.com.